Case Law Analysis
|Delhi High Court
Proportionality in Disciplinary Penalties | Corruption Charge Requires Full Evidentiary Proof : Delhi HC Sets Aside Removal for 'Partly Proved' Misconduct
Delhi High Court reinforces that disciplinary penalties must strictly align with the degree of misconduct proved. Removal from service based on a 'partly proved' corruption allegation-without full evidentiary backing-violates principles of natural justice and proportionality, warranting judicial intervention for government employees.